Introduction / History

Koreans are believed to have ancestral links to the ancient Mongolians and Turks. They likely migrated to the Korean peninsula from as far away as the Siberian region. Distinct regional differences in culture and politics exist among South Koreans. The most important regional difference is between the Gyeongsang region in the southeast and the Jeolla region in the southwest. The two regions maintain a rivalry that reaches back to the fourth century AD. The rivalry originated from a struggle for control of the peninsula. Korean regional differences melt away among those who migrate to other countries like New Zealand. They learn to get along and cooperate, since they are all minorities in a culturally different land.

Koreans started coming as immigrants to New Zealand in the 1980s and 1990s.

What Are Their Lives Like?

Korea has a strong economy with all the modern conveniences. They do not move to other countries as refugees, but often come as students and businessmen, representing South Korean corporations. Commonly, they come to New Zealand as students then return to South Korea.

What Are Their Beliefs?

Koreans in New Zealand are usually Presbyterian or Baptist. About one in five is non-religious.

What Are Their Needs?

Koreans needs continued clear and consistent representation of biblical Christianity. Koreans in New Zealand need to see Christians living out Christ’s teachings about love, service, and faith.

Prayer Items

Pray that God will ignite passion for him and his word in among Koreans in New Zealand.
Pray that Koreans will evangelize the lost in New Zealand for the glory of God.
Praise God for the amazing missionary vision of the Korean Church!
Pray that Koreans in New Zealand will draw the local people to join them as a vibrant mission force.

Scripture Prayers for the Korean in New Zealand.

References

Wallace Revels
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Korean_New_Zealanders